Virtual events and activities keep Laurier students socially connected
Isolation, loneliness and boredom are some of the many feelings Wilfrid Laurier University students are experiencing as they adjust to remote learning.
To keep students feeling connected, Laurier’s Off-Campus University Students group (LOCUS) has launched #LaurierStaysAtHome, a series of online and virtually led social events and activities. Online movie groups and games including virtual bingo are just some of the events planned during April and May. All Laurier students are invited to participate regardless of campus or year of study.
“The abrupt ending to students’ campus experience has resulted in feelings of loss for their end-of-year celebrations, increased isolation and loneliness,” says Jess Calberry, manager of off-campus first-year initiatives at Laurier. “We’ve shifted our programming to an online environment to create new ways for Golden Hawks to remain connected while practising social distancing. We’re excited to hit the digital ground running with our #LaurierStaysAtHome programming for students.”
Below are upcoming #LaurierStaysAtHome events and activities open to all Laurier students. Additional events will be added, so check back often or follow LOCUS Brantford and LOCUS Waterloo on Instagram.
Upcoming Events and Activities
Below are upcoming #LaurierStaysAtHome events and activities open to all Laurier students. Additional events will be added, so check back often or follow LOCUS Brantford and LOCUS Waterloo on Instagram.
Trivia
Join us on June 16 at 7 p.m. EST for a couple of rounds of trivia and put your Classic Disney Channel knowledge to the test. First place will be given a $15 gift card, and all participants will be given a ticket for the $50 bi-weekly raffle. Open zoom and use meeting ID 648-018-1863.
Event contact: mlake@wlu.ca
Weekly Netflix Parties
Join LOCUS’ Brantford and Waterloo chapters on June 17 at 8:30 p.m. EST for our weekly Netflix party.
This week's movie night is The Greatest Showman.
About the movie: P.T. Barnum becomes a worldwide sensation in the show business. His imagination and innovative ideas take him to the top of his game. Starring: Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron, Zendaya, and more.
Download the google chrome extension at NetflixParty.com and use the link bit.ly/LOCUSPartyJune6 (which will be activated at 8 p.m.).
Event contact: mlake@wlu.ca
Jackbox
Jackbox is a series of easy-to-play party games for your friends and family. Players join by simply using the web browser on their smartphone – no app needed! The games range from drawing prompts on your screen, to coming up with epic jokes, and testing your knowledge at trivia.
Join us on June 18 at 1 p.m. EST. Open zoom and use meeting ID 648-018-1863.
Event contact: mlake@wlu.ca
Masterpiece: Feeling Golden
As the sun begins to shine but we remain in isolation, LOCUS wants to see your creative side. Express yourself/thoughts of the theme through the various arts. Students can chose to use music, paint, drawings, sculpting and more to create their submission.
This week's theme is Summer Loving. Follow @locuswaterloo and/or @locusbrantford for more details! Top three fan favourites will receive a prize. Judging will be completed by your fellow Laurier students through instagram; however, all submissions will be featured. Get your pencils, brushes, and instruments ready!
This event will be running from June 8 to 18.
Event contact: mlake@wlu.ca
CSDEI Newsletter
Stay current with social justice opportunities and initiatives by subscribing to the newsletter created by Laurier Brantford's Centre for Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (CSDEI). Shared throughout the week, the CSDEI newsletter aims to be an informative and accessible resource for those engaged with equity, diversity and inclusion. Content includes news, resources, events, campaigns and other meaningful social justice opportunities offered by CSEDI staff and student services, the Laurier community and partners.
Newsletter contact: Lauren Burrows
Share how you’re staying socially connected from home on social media by tagging your posts with #LaurierStaysAtHome.